The gown was accessorised with dramatic diamond earrings from De Grisigono

This year, the star returned to the French Riviera as the new global ambassador for L’Oréal Paris, and not surprisingly, everyone’s had their eyes on her festival wardrobe.

While Padukone’s first day at Cannes leaned more towards the conventionally feminine (think pearly pink satin, plum tulle and red ruffles), Day 2 had her channeling a more experimental avatar.

To start her day off, Padukone picked a cheery yellow Solace London number featuring exaggerated flared sleeves, styled with a voluminous ponytail. If you’re a fan of minimal jewellery, you’re going to want to steal the floral Elizabeth and James earrings she added to her ensemble.

Her next look, a Barbie pink Balenciaga, was another hit. The star caught up with Elle Fanning by the beach wearing the dress with a pair of quirky, colourful Louboutins that deserve a spot in every summer lover’s closet.

As for the evening, Padukone followed her first red carpet ensemble, a deep purple Marchesa piece, with a sleeker look. The star wore her midnight green Brandon Maxwell gown featuring a theatrical train with a sharp updo and glittering diamonds by De Grisogono. Check out all the looks in the slideshow, and for a breakdown of her Day 2 red carpet make-up, click here.